India car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in India. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 6 July 2025.
Most popular company | Europcar |
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Most common car type | Intermediate |
Average price per day | Rp 1,998,544 |
Cheapest price per day | Rp 1,902,265 |
Cheapflights insights for India car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in India, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in India?
Book your car hire in India 86 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around Rp 836,030/day on average when booked 86 days ahead, which saves you 1,235,473% off the average price.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in India?
The cheapest month to hire a car in India is August, when you can expect to pay Rp 987,055/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in India is May (Rp 1,316,073/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
Rp 1,073,355
February
Rp 1,051,780
March
Rp 1,051,780
April
Rp 1,084,142
May
Rp 1,316,073
June
Rp 1,094,930
July
Rp 1,046,386
August
Rp 987,055
September
Rp 1,051,780
October
Rp 1,100,324
November
Rp 1,138,080
December
Rp 1,143,474
What car do most people hire in India?
Full-size cars (Toyota Camry, for example) are the most popular in India. Passenger van (Toyota Innova) and Standard (Toyota Innova) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting India.
Which car hire company has the most locations in India?
Instant Cabs has 67 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in India at 49.
Top rental agencies in India
Explore the leading car rental agencies in India known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in India. Reviews were last updated on 6 July 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in India, including those that serve Chennai, New Delhi and Kochi. Check out reviews from past customers, confirm pickup locations, and other critical details before booking your reservation.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in India, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 6 July 2025.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in India?
When visiting India, it is typically cheapest to rent your car in Chennai where rental cars typically will cost around Rp 1,998,544/day (0% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in India was found in Chennai for just Rp 1,088,188/day.
What side of the road do you drive on in India?
Cars travel on the left side of the road in India.